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JR EAST Train Simulator on Steam

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The official train company's authentic driving simulator is here! JR East Train Simulator" is a train driving simulator that allows you to experience live-action images and realistic driving sounds of JR East's actual train lines in your own home.

JR EAST Train Simulator is a trains, simulation and driving game developed by ONGAKUKAN Co. and Ltd. and published by EAST JAPAN RAILWAY TRADING CO. and LTD..
Released on November 14th 2022 is available only on Windows.

It has received 968 reviews of which 703 were positive and 265 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 22.99€ on Steam.


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System requirements

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Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 11
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-8500 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (VRAM 6GB)
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 60 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: need resolution 1920×1080@60Hz

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User reviews & Ratings

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90 hours played
Oct. 2026
If you'd like a train driving simulator that's purely focused on the operating experience above all other aspects, or you are really into JR East train lines, this game is great for you. The driving experience, sounds, and feel are fantastic even with the front view video based gameplay. I only have a few minor complaints, the biggest one being the price for DLC add-ons, but I've found I play most routes enough to justify it. Definitely try the free demo to see if this is your thing before buying the full game.
206 hours played
Sept. 2026
Very immersive and relaxing, especially with the ZUIKI Mascon controller and a secondary screen for the dashboard. The recordings are high qualaity, and there's so much detail that replaying routes never gets old, especially with the different time tables.
6 hours played
July 2026
Perfect for Train Enthusiasts, this game uses Video Footage and is actually used for training irl. I was unaware it wasn't Unreal Engine
25 hours played
June 2026
This is not really a game. It is an authentic train-driving experience adapted from an official training simulator. This simulator is released directly by East Japan Railway Company, the JR branch operating lines in the Kanto, Shinetsu, and Tohoku areas. With additional DLCs, you can drive on dozens of routes, not only from JR East, but also from other JR branches and some private railway companies. More routes are expected to be added in the future. The motor sounds, announcements, pointing-and-calling voices, signal systems, timetables, and cab interfaces are all faithfully modeled or recorded based on their real-life counterparts. Everything works the way it should, and the overall atmosphere is extremely authentic. The lack of a scoring system is also a good design choice. It lets you fully immerse yourself in the driving experience without being interrupted by unnecessary notifications or game-like feedback. That said, I would love to see more train melodies included. I genuinely love this railway simulator. However, it also has several drawbacks that prevent it from becoming more popular. First, the DLC prices are extremely high in the eyes of most players. They almost never go on sale after release, and some DLCs are priced close to full AAA games. The replay value is also somewhat limited because there are no dynamic or random weather effects, passengers on platforms, pedestrians, road vehicles, construction workers, or opposite-direction trains. That's because the visual media are recorded videos. It is the major limitation of this game. The resolution is only 1080p/60fps, which looks a little blurry on my 4K display. Most DLC routes are also one-way only. On the other hand, considering that all DLCs together already take up hundreds of gigabytes, this limitation may be understandable. Make sure you have enough disk space before buying more routes. Yes, many Japanese railway simulators use recorded video footage, and I agree that this can be an effective way to provide realism. However, for an official product, it also feels like a cost-saving choice that makes the product more profitable. In the 2020s, we already have the technology to build realistic environments through computer rendering. In conclusion, I recommend this “game” mainly to people who truly love Japanese railways, Japanese railway culture, and serious train simulation experiences.
11 hours played
June 2026
This game is good, with good physics. But there arent any station announcements when you arrive at the station. Plus the DLCs could be a little bit cheaper. They are really expensive. But still with the base game, there are a number of routes to drive as.

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Frequently Asked Questions

JR EAST Train Simulator is currently priced at 22.99€ on Steam.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 22.99€ on Steam.

Yes, JR EAST Train Simulator received 703 positive votes out of a total of 968 achieving a rating of 6.98.
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JR EAST Train Simulator was developed by ONGAKUKAN Co. and Ltd. and published by EAST JAPAN RAILWAY TRADING CO. and LTD..

Yes, JR EAST Train Simulator is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator is not playable on MacOS.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator is not playable on Linux.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator is not playable on Steam Deck.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator is not playable on Steam Machine.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator does not support VR.

JR EAST Train Simulator is a single-player game.

Yes, there are 33 DLCs available for JR EAST Train Simulator. Explore additional content available for JR EAST Train Simulator on Steam.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, JR EAST Train Simulator does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, JR EAST Train Simulator is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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JR EAST Train Simulator
Rating
7.0
703
265
Game modes
Features
Online players
31
Developer
ONGAKUKAN Co.,Ltd.
Publisher
EAST JAPAN RAILWAY TRADING CO., LTD.
Release 14 Nov 2022
Platforms